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as in supplement
something that serves to complete or make up for a deficiency in something else
with his practicality and her refreshing enthusiasm, they are perfect complements to each other
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as in to adorn
to serve as a completing element to
this silk handkerchief will complement your suit very nicely and give it a bit of dash
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Recent Examples of complement
Aaron Royce, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Then, in mid-April, the company moved this booster with a full complement of 33 engines to the launch pad for another static fire test.
—ArsTechnica, 18 May 2026
Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
Top with a tangy cream cheese frosting and toasted coconut to perfectly complement the sweet pineapple filling.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
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Noun
Like ballet flats, these shoes have a low-profile silhouette, which will make a sweet complement to breezy blouses and midi skirts in the summer months.
—Aaron Royce, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Then, in mid-April, the company moved this booster with a full complement of 33 engines to the launch pad for another static fire test.
—ArsTechnica, 18 May 2026
Verb
The gallery booths chosen by an expert committee, are complemented by a program of 25 events including talks, live music and performances.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
Top with a tangy cream cheese frosting and toasted coconut to perfectly complement the sweet pineapple filling.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complement
Noun
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State health officials are warning the public that a nationwide salmonella outbreak, which also sickened two Minnesotans, has been linked to a supplement purchased online from Amazon.—
Kristi Miller,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2026
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The clearest red flags are unproven or invasive treatments — like stem cell therapy — and sweeping health claims tied to supplements, IV vitamin drips or biometric screenings that the science doesn’t yet support.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2026
Noun
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Earlier, Mars square Pluto may expose tension between future plans and daily capacity.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
26 May 2026
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Broadly speaking this project aims to advance technology for REE processing from domestic resources and specifically seeks to supports the development of pre-commercial separation capacity in the United States.—
Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
25 May 2026
Verb
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The former slipped into a nude gown from the Fall 2026 collection, which was adorned with sequins and pearls in a geometric pattern.—
Séraphine Roger,
Vanity Fair,
23 May 2026
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Inside the party, guests were transported to a romantic, dreamlike jungle space adorned with roses and hundreds of candles hanging in the foliage.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
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Braids are one of the most versatile protective styles for textured hair, offering endless opportunities to play with length, volume, texture, and even color.—
Larry Stansbury,
InStyle,
25 May 2026
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The hospital's medical library is part of the museum tour as well, with more than 13,000 volumes dating as far back as 1483, from physicians and medical facilities all over the world (and still available to researchers upon request).—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
25 May 2026
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Both forwards scored Wednesday, and both enhanced the opportunities of several teammates.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The dermatology and wellness center blends functional and aesthetic medicine to offer treatments designed to enhance natural features rather than dramatically alter them.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
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Áwet New York is also working with real estate partners to convert vacant storefronts into active commercial and cultural spaces, creating value for landlords, communities and participating businesses alike.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
20 May 2026
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As of this morning, 14 real estate stocks in the S & P 500 were trading within 3% of their 20-day highs.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
20 May 2026
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At Icon’s new Lennar community completed in Texas last year, Lennar’s own mortgage arm did all the financing.—
Diana Olick,
CNBC,
26 May 2026
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Andy Pages hit a looping ball to right-center off Jaden Hill, the third Rockies pitcher of the inning, to score Freeman and complete the Dodgers’ scoring.—
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
Verb
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According to a 2025 Ipsos survey, 36% of US Temu consumers use the platform to decorate their homes or offices.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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One of those efforts is decorating hospital rooms through the nonprofit Wish Upon a Teen, which has since named Nancy Sovran its executive director.—
Julia Avant,
CBS News,
26 May 2026
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“Complement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complement. Accessed 27 May. 2026.
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